NPP Vice Chair urges members to ‘revenge with guns’ over post-election violence

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Vice Chairman has sparked controversy after urging party supporters to retaliate with violence following the 2024 general elections.In a video shared on X by the Deputy National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Malik Basintale, the NPP Vice Chairman is seen addressing a crowd, encouraging them to take up arms in response to attacks.”The men in the NPP, come out.

As Vice Chairman of the NPP in charge of Operations at the headquarters, I will not stand… for my people to be intimidated. Come out from all the regions. Revenge, from tomorrow to Friday,” he said.The Vice Chairman further added, “Go home, you have gun, go and bring the gun out,” a statement that was met with cheers and applause from the crowd.

to the video, Basintale

condemned the Vice Chairman’s remarks, describing them as dangerous and a direct threat to national peace and stability. He called for the immediate intervention of security agencies to prevent further escalation of violence.”I hope you heard the Gun aspect. He is the National Vice Chairman of the NPP. He is the one causing chaos and mayhem with his boys everywhere now.

In 24 hours, if nothing is done about him, we shall do something about him,” Basintale posted on X.”This is unacceptable, and the authorities must act now to hold him accountable before the situation gets out of hand,” he added.The police are yet to respond to the allegations.Ghana has witnessed pockets of violence following the 2024 elections, resulting in the destruction of state properties and injuries to individuals.

To curb the escalating situation, the police have implemented measures including joint patrols, intelligence-led operations, and deploying security personnel at critical state facilities.Additionally, a special investigative team has been formed to analyze video evidence, identify offenders, and ensure accountability. So far, 123 suspects have been arrested in connection with post-election violence, with many being processed for court.

The police have cautioned the public against engaging in acts of violence, warning that offenders will be held accountable under the law.